From: Patrick McCuller (patrick@kia.net)
Date: Fri Apr 27 2001 - 10:05:19 MDT
> In the current market, there is no WAY to raise $$ for a start-up
> with a substantial "pure R&D" function.
I spend significant time working with startup companies in various
industries and I would disagree that there is "no way" to raise
money for pure R&D plays. It isn't easy. However, VC firms still
have capital and still need to generate returns on that capital.
Doug Bailey
That's great news. Can you give me a few examples of pure R&D firms
that received VC funding in the last 6-12, or even 18 months? More
importantly, have any of them generated returns on capital to their funders?
I'm beginning to seek funding for a non-pure-R&D project and I'm
curious how the market is doing for R&D stuff.
Patrick McCuller
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